Leaders of Peru Ecuador Agree to Remove Border Landmines
Peruvian President Alberto Fujimori and Ecuadorian President Jamil Mahuad announced during two days of talks in October that both nations would remove landmines from the disputed border land. Both leaders remained optimistic a definitive peace deal could be reached this year. The countries have a long history of wars since 1942, with a recent 1995 clash over 49 miles of unmarked border. A temporary demilitarized zone was agreed last month to be patrolled by international peacekeepers.
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Netherlands inquiry clears Dutch over Srebrenica cover up
An independent inquiry found faults and carelessness in the information flow but cleared the Dutch military of conspiring to cover up its troops actions during the 1995 fall of Srebrenica. The probe, ordered by Defense Minister Frank de Grave, cited shortcomings after a major failure under UN protection.
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Battle in Sri Lanka leaves 237 fighters dead
Government forces and Tamil Tigers clash near Paranthan, 175 miles north of Colombo. The military reports 237 combatants killed or wounded in two days, including 194 Tamil Tigers and 43 soldiers. Paranthan sits along a key highway as troops press into rebel territory.
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Germany’s new leader ready to form coalition
Gerhard Schroeder declared he will form a coalition between the Social Democrats and the Greens after Sunday’s elections ending 16 years of conservative rule. He promised continuity in foreign policy while signaling tough talks with the Greens over defense and energy.
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Germany's Schroeder May Shape EU Balance After Kohl
EU nations expect little immediate change as Gerhard Schroeder succeeds Helmut Kohl. Analysts note Kohl’s long legacy and Germany's pivotal role in Europe, with leaders like Tony Blair predicting a shift toward a center left “third way” and closer UK ties. A Poertschach summit is planned for October to discuss the new era.
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United States
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England
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Netherlands Institute For International Relations
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Russia Fails to Fund Space Station Module Delays Continue
Moscow meeting of the five partner agencies discussed delaying construction of the $21 billion international space station after Russia again failed to deliver a key living module. Officials said the module may not meet the April launch target. a launch next summer remains possible if funds arrive.
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Lesotho troops surrender as government offices reopen
About 1,600 Lesotho Defense Force members turned themselves in after the South Africa led intervention. Rebels face possible punishment while others may be reinstated. Last week South Africa and Botswana sent about 1,000 troops. Maseru remained tense with extensive destruction and dozens of deaths reported.
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